Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Baked Beans

I had a picnic to go to for work where we each had to bring something to share (a pot luck). I really wanted to make baked beans but every recipe I came across has sugar in it. I do not consume sugar (except the natural variety like fruit, honey, and maple syrup). So I found a recipe and adapted it to what I needed.

Soak beans in a plastic container overnight in just enough cold water to submerge them completely.
Heat oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit. In a cast iron dutch oven over medium heat, stir in the bacon, onion, and jalapenos until enough fat has rendered from the bacon to soften the onions, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, honey, and molasses. Drain the beans and reserve the soaking liquid. Add the drained beans to the pan. Place the soaking liquid in a measuring cup and add enough vegetable broth to equal 8 cups of liquid. Add the liquid to the pan and bring to a boil over high heat. Add in cayenne, black pepper and salt. Give them a stir and cover with lid. Place pan in the oven for 6 to 8 hours, or until beans are tender.

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Growing up I loved to cook, it was my passion. As I entered High School I seriously considered going to culinary school, but at the last moment I changed my mind because I was afraid I would lose my passion for food. As time went on I continued to cook at home but I got away from real cooking. I went with things that were easy and not necessarily good for you. I kinda got away from the kitchen. I started cooking again and this time real food.